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Arundel’s by the Pier, Ahakista

Overlooking Dunmanus Bay on the Wild Atlantic Way     About the place: On the Sheep’s Head Peninsula, Arundel’s By The Pier’ was originally established in the 1890s by Henry Arundel and his original ledger – which dates back to 1899

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Gallie Craig Coffee House, Mull of Galloway

Clifftop Cafe next to RSPB reserve     About the place: In the Rhins of Galloway – the most southerly point in Scotland, Gallie Craig near Drummore is an isolated rocky promontory with superb views of Ireland, England, the Isle

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Hayes’ Bar, Glandore

Splendid views over Glandore Harbour to Union Hall     About the place: Hayes’ Bar is set high on a hill with panoramic views of Glandore Harbour and across to the neighbouring village of Union Hall.  There is a good choice of outside tables

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Islander’s Rest, Sherkin Island, Cork

A stunning view of Baltimore Harbour     About the place: The Islander’s Rest is a hotel, restaurant and pub, situated on a hill above an old castle on tranquil Sherkin Island.  Sherkin is only a ten-minute ferry ride from Baltimore, but is

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Glandore Inn, Glandore

Panoramic views over Glandore Harbour     About the place: The Glandore Inn is set on a hill with commanding views of Glandore Harbour and across to the neighbouring village of Union Hall.  There are plenty of outside tables from

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Ferry Inn, Salcombe

Great views across the estuary     About the place: The Ferry Inn is located on the waterfront, right by the jetty for the Portlemouth and Kingsbridge ferries.  The lower level bar opens on to a sheltered waterside terrace with excellent

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Skerries Bistro, South Ronaldsay

Local food with a coastal view     About the place: Skerries Bistro situated on South Ronaldsay (part of the Orkneys) is a bespoke ‘all glass’ building located 80 metres from cliffs with panoramic views across the Pentland Firth.  Every table

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Hoxa Tearooms, South Ronaldsay

Stunning views over Scapa Flow     About the place: The Hoxa Tearooms and Gallery is a family run business overloooking Scapa Flow.  In the Gallery are displayed local photography, crafts and other gifts.  It is one of the best places

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Cley Marshes Visitor Centre, in Cley

Views across the marsh to the sea in beautiful Cley       About the place: NWT Cley Marshes is Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest and best known nature reserve.    The view from the visitor centre across the Marsh to the

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